- AI&TFOW
- Posts
- Future of Content Curation and Algorithms [Newsletter #28]
Future of Content Curation and Algorithms [Newsletter #28]
"Fixing the Internet": Medium’s Approach
Hello, and welcome to the weekly newsletter for the AI and The Future of Work Podcast- read by a growing community of AI enthusiasts, technologists, and professionals shaping the future of work.
We aim to be your go-to source for actionable insights, thought-provoking conversations, and real-world examples of AI’s impact across industries.
Let’s dive into this week’s highlights! 🚀
🎙️ New Podcast Episode with Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium
This week, we spoke with Tony Stubblebine, the CEO of Medium. Under Tony’s leadership, Medium has grown to over 1 million subscribers and is changing how online publishing works.
"It's kind of amazing to watch a human editor read something and, in the process, flag the one paragraph in the piece that's been plagiarized. This is actually a superpower that surprised me about editors. They'll read it, notice when the voice changes, and say, 'This isn't written by this person, right?' That puts them on edge, and they'll often just skip the piece entirely."
What we explored with Tony:
How Medium uses human curators with algorithms to improve your reading experience.
Why Medium’s subscription model helps creators focus on quality, not clicks.
The importance of sharing wisdom, not just knowledge, through thoughtful content.
Tony’s plan to create an Internet that delivers real value instead of chasing ads.
Discover how it’s possible to make the Internet better for everyone—creators and readers alike.
📖 AI Fun Fact Article
Christina Pazzanese, in the Harvard Gazette, points out an important problem: AI, while offering objectivity, often reflects and increases the biases already in society. This affects decisions about jobs, housing, and opportunities.
Our CEO, Dan Turchin, agrees that it’s important to tackle these issues to ensure AI is developed responsibly.
Have thoughts on ethical AI or how we can tackle these challenges? We’d love to hear from you!
✍️ Just hit reply to this email—we read every response and truly value your insights.
Listener Spotlight
Guillermo in Seattle, WA works in marketing at Amazon and listens while making dinner! Guillermo’s favorite episode is the one with Allison Baum Gates, legendary venture capitalist and author from Semper Virens, about where she’s investing in AI and secrets to breaking into a career in venture capital. It’s a must-listen for sure—great choice! Want to be featured in our next episode or newsletter? Drop us a message and let us know how you tune in and your favorite episode!
We want to hear what you have to say! Please share your thoughts and leave a review for the podcast! Your feedback helps us improve and ensures we continue to deliver valuable insights to our listeners. 👇
📻 Worth a Listen
In a recent episode of the Product Talk podcast, PeopleReign CEO Dan Turchin shared his vision for how AI can reduce employee friction and unlock human potential.
He explored the principles of responsible AI development, the importance of transparency and explainability, and how smart machines can help shift humans from routine tasks to more creative and impactful roles.
Let’s keep the conversation alive! Connect with Dan Turchin on LinkedIn and share your thoughts.
💰 MosaicML: Driving AI Innovation with Databricks’ $10B Milestone
This week, the AI world celebrated a major milestone as Databricks secured $10 billion in financing, valuing the company at $62 billion. MosaicML, a recent Databricks acquisition, is at the heart of this success story.
In a previous episode, we spoke with Jonathan Frankle, Harvard Professor and MosaicML Chief Scientist, about his visionary work in reducing the cost and complexity of training neural networks. Jonathan shared how MosaicML is shaping the future of AI while fostering a culture of responsible innovation.
What we explored with Jonathan:
The "lottery hypothesis": Neural nets are often 50-90% larger than necessary, but identifying the redundant parts remains a challenge.
Responsible AI: How MosaicML creates a culture that fosters ethical AI practices and regulation compliance.
AI’s next frontier: Why today’s neural nets are foundational but insufficient for achieving AGI
🎧 Revisit this insightful conversation and see why Jonathan’s work is making headlines.
🎄 Wishing You a Joyful Holiday Season 🎄
As we wrap up this week’s highlights, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of our AI and The Future of Work community. Whether you're reading, listening, or sharing your insights, you're helping shape the future of work alongside us.
May your holidays be filled with joy, inspiration, and meaningful connections. See you next week with more actionable insights and exciting conversations.
Happy Holidays!
🎅
If you liked this newsletter, share it with your friends!
If this email was forwarded to you, subscribe here to get the newsletter every week.